Daryll Mitchell and Tom Bundell rescue New Zealand in second Test against England
In-form Daryl Mitchell powered New Zealand's revival after Stuart Broad struck early for England on the first day of the third Test at Headingley on Thursday.
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Stuart Broad stars on day one for England but error of judgement proves costly
Stuart Broad set the tone for an impressive England bowling performance as they kicked off their quest for a series sweep over New Zealand, but an error of judgement proved costly on day one at Headingley.
Mitchell and Blundell lead New Zealand fightback
LEEDS, England :Daryl Mitchell and Tom Blundell again proved thorns in England's side as they helped New Zealand recover from a freakish stroke of misfortune to end the first day of the third and final test on 225 for five on Thursday.
Watch: How Stuart Broad Perfectly Set Up Kane Williamson On Day 1 Of England vs New Zealand 3rd Test
England enjoyed an excellent morning session on Day 1 of the ongoing third Test against New Zealand at Headingley in Leeds on Thursday. Trailing the series 2-0, New Zealand opted to bat after winning the toss, hoping for a good start. However, veteran pacer Stuart Broad landed the first blow in the very first over of the match, dismissing New Zealand opener and vice-captain Tom Latham on the last delivery. The veteran pacer then added another wicket to his tally, after Jack Leach had got the better of the other Kiwi opener, Will Young.
Stuart Broad double and freak dismissal helps put England on top at Headingley
Stuart Broad’s double strike and a freak dismissal on the stroke of tea put England in a strong position on day one of the Headingley Test, with New Zealand struggling on 123 for five.
Leach takes freak dismissal as New Zealand struggle to 123-5
LEEDS, England :Paceman Jamie Overton marked his England debut with a wicket and Jack Leach took a freak wicket just before tea as New Zealand slumped to 123 for five on the first day of the third and final test on Thursday.
Viral Video: Did Virat Kohli Try To Make His Bat Stand Upright Like Root In Tour Game vs Leicestershire?
Though India were off to a poor start in the warm-up game against Leicestershire on Thursday, one positive sign was the batting of former captain Virat Kohli. He batted with confidence and looked poised for a big score. Apart from his confident stroke-play, there was another point in Kohli's innings that went viral on social media. On Day 1, the 34-year-old Kohli was seen trying to balance the bat upright without any support. It was reminiscent of what ex-England captain Joe Root had done during a recent Test match against New Zealand.
Stuart Broad leads England’s charge on first morning at Headingley
Stuart Broad stepped up to lead the England charge as New Zealand’s top-order wobbled in friendly conditions on the first morning of the final LV= Insurance Test at Headingley.